CNN host Michael Smerconish criticized major television networks for their decision not to air President Trump's primetime speech on election fraud. Smerconish described this decision as one of 'condescension,' arguing that viewers should be trusted to evaluate the president's remarks independently. Networks such as CNN, NBC, and ABC opted not to broadcast Trump's address live.
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CNN's Michael Smerconish criticizes networks for not airing Trump's election speech
Michael Smerconish, a host on CNN, has expressed criticism towards major television networks for not airing President Trump's speech on election fraud. He stated that this decision reflects a condescending attitude and emphasized the importance of allowing viewers to assess the president's comments themselves.
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CNN’s Smerconish blasts own network, others for not airing Trump’s election speech
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CNN's Michael Smerconish criticizes networks for not airing Trump's election speech